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The Art of Manliness

#609: The 3 Tasks of Moving From Adolescence to Adulthood

May 11, 2020
Mark McConville, a family clinical psychologist and author of 'Failure to Launch,' discusses the challenges young adults face in transitioning to independence. He defines 'failure to launch' and explores the concept of 'emerging adulthood,' emphasizing that maturity takes time. McConville outlines three crucial tasks for young people: embracing responsibility, shifting parental roles from supervision to consultation, and treating life like a climbing wall. He also shares strategies for parents to motivate their kids in this journey toward adulthood.
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